US3640608A
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Automatically controlled mirror
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-04-08
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Granted: 1972-02-08
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Expires: 1990-04-08
Abstract
Abstract A mirror assembly for trucks or the like actuated in response to movement of the steering wheel to move to a position providing maximum visibility. A cable assembly is clamped to a member which is pivotally movable upon rotation of the steering wheel in such a way that pivoting of the member produces axial movement of a cable. In one embodiment the cable is connected through a pivotal member to a second set of cables which actuate the mirrors and in another embodiment a hydraulic system is connected with the cable to actuate the mirrors.
Inventors
- 👤 Clyde M Mckee
- 👤 Andrew V Provenzino
- 👤 Ward Scott
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 22:13
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R1/00; B60R1/02; B60R1/025
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
79 words
In combination with a vehicle having a pivotally mounted mirror and steering mechanism including a first member pivotally movable in response to turning of the vehicle, an actuating mechanism for pivoting said mirror comprising: a second member axially movable and means connecting said second member to said first member to produce axial movement of said second member upon pivotal movement of said first member; and means translating axial movement of said second member to pivotal movement of said mirror.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
79 words
In combination with a vehicle having a pivotally mounted mirror and steering mechanism including a first member pivotally movable in response to turning of the vehicle, an actuating mechanism for pivoting said mirror comprising: a second member axially movable and means connecting said second member to said first member to produce axial movement of said second member upon pivotal movement of said first member; and means translating axial movement of said second member to pivotal movement of said mirror.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
43 words
The combination as defined in claim 1 and in which said last mentioned means includes a clamp member engaging said mirror and an axially movable member swively connected with said clamp member whereby axial movement of said member causes said mirror to pivot.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
45 words
The combination as defined in claim 2 and in which said axially movable member comprises a cable and said translating means further includes means connecting said second member with said cable to produce axial movement of said cable upon axial movement of said second member.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
42 words
The combination as defined in claim 1 and including a second mirror pivotally mounted to said vehicle and a second cable assembly connected with said lever member to produce pivotal movement of said second mirror upon axial movement of said second member.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
46 words
The combination as defined in claim 1 and in which said first mentioned means comprises, a clamp member mounted to said pivotally movable member in a manner permitting radial adjustment; and a swivel connector carried by said clamp member and securing the end of said cable.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-02-07 | 1975-08-09 | 1976-02-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-02-07 | 1979-08-09 | 1980-02-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-02-07 | 1983-08-09 | 1984-02-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |